Articles by Caitlin Sims
Anyone Can Dance
Waiting outside my daughter’s dance class at ODC Commons one morning, I heard music from the next studio. First a pop song by Prince, then salsa, hip hop and swing. Intrigued, I walked over to … Continue reading
Books/DVDs: Dance as Fitness
Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain
by John J. Ratey, MD, with Eric Hagerman
Little, Brown and Company
In a nutshell: A valuable tool for educators looking to establish a dance or fitness program … Continue reading
A Different Breed of Ballet Teacher
Whether teaching adults or children, pre-professionals or recreational dancers, ballet teachers often look beyond technical rigor to find new ways to help their students achieve mastery. Though their methods may vary—from imagery, to somatic theory, … Continue reading
Green Learning
As the potential impact of environmental devastation has become more apparent—and what was once the sole province of “tree-huggers” is now the crusade of actors, politicians and rock stars—many businesses have traded long-held antipathy toward … Continue reading
Start Your Own Dance Company, Part 4
Just as great dancers always strive to refine their technique, great artistic directors are always looking for ways to grow their company. By letting people know about your company, finding performance outlets, preserving your work … Continue reading
Start Your Own Dance Company, Part 3
Although it’s not something many artists look forward to, one of the most important parts of starting a dance company is figuring out how to make money—or at least earn enough to cover costs. It’s … Continue reading
